Science and Mathematics Curriculum

GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

You will study fundamental mathematical functions in Algebra and Trigonometry and explore the basic concepts of analysis in either Calculus I or Applied Calculus, depending on your major. You'll then take additional math and science courses to develop the ability to carefully collect, organize, and analyze data to better problem solve.

Science and Mathematics Requirements

SM-1111 Algebra and Trigonometry
SM-1131 Chemistry I
SM-1212 Calculus I or SM- 1214 Applied Calculus
One course (as required by major) from Science and Mathematics Group I
One course (as required by major) from Science and Mathematics Group II
One course (as required by major) from Science and Mathematics Group III

SM-1111 Algebra and Trigonometry

An introduction to algebraic, trigonometric, logarithmic, and exponential functions with applications. Analytic, graphic, and numerical methods to solve polynomial, trigonometric, exponential, and logarithmic equations and systems of linear and non-linear equations are explored. Also taught is the solution of triangles, including right triangle trigonometry, the law of sines, and the law of cosines. The use of a graphics calculator is an integral part of this course. Note: ESE students are not permitted to take this course as a free elective.

Credits: 3
Prerequisite: None
Offered: Fall and Spring
STCW: None

SM-1131 Chemistry I

An introduction to general chemistry, emphasizing descriptive chemistry, fundamental principles, and problem-solving techniques. Topics include measurements, periodic properties, chemical bonding, nomenclature, chemical reactions, and stoichiometry. [Lab time required]

Credits: 3.5
Offered: Fall and Spring
Corequisite: SM-1111
STCW: None

SM-1212 Calculus I or SM- 1214 Applied Calculus

You will study fundamental mathematical functions in Algebra and Trigonometry and explore the basic concepts of analysis in either Calculus I or Applied Calculus, depending on your major.

SM-1212 Calculus I

This course introduces fundamental skills from both differential and integral calculus. The differential calculus topics include limits, continuity, the derivative, rules for derivatives of certain algebraic and transcendental functions, applications of the derivative (such as velocity and acceleration, related rates, optimization problems), higher derivatives, the chain rule, and implicit differentiation. The integral calculus topics include anti-derivatives, the area bounded by a curve, indefinite and definite integrals, the Fundamental Theorem of Calculus, integration by substitution, the Trapezoid Rule and other methods of numerical integration. Topics are explored analytically, graphically, and numerically. The use of a graphics calculator is an integral part of this course.

Credits: 3
Offered: Fall and Spring
Prerequisite: SM-1111 (minimum C- grade)
STCW: None

SM-1214 Applied Calculus

This one-semester course will present differential and integral calculus using algebraic, exponential and logarithmic functions. These topics will be used to study selected applications in business and the sciences, including motion and environmental problems. This course does not fulfill the prerequisite for SM-2113. Credit will not be given for both SM-1212 and SM-1214.

Credits: 3
Offered: Fall and Spring
Prerequisite: SM-1111
STCW: None

Science and Mathematics Group I

One course (as required by major):

SM-2113 Calculus II
SM-2115 Applied Environmental Mathematics
SM-2117 Quantitative Methods for Management
SM-2119 Applied Mathematics for Deck Officers

Science and Mathematics Group II